Don Brees Sr. 1933-2016
Donald G. Brees Sr., 82, Emmett, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2016, at the Sabetha Manor.
He was born Aug. 20, 1933, on a farm near Emmett, the son of William H. and Julia M. Bahner Brees. Don graduated from Emmett High School.
Donald was a farmer and rancher most of his life. He was a member of the Emmett United Methodist Church, a past member of NFO and had served on the township board.
He was united in marriage to Joye E. Davin; they shared 46 years of marriage. Joye preceded him in death on Feb. 4, 2007. He was also preceded in death by his parents; his son, Douglas G. Brees, on Sept. 27, 2003; and a sister, Carolyn Brees McDowell, on July 6, 1988.
Survivors include his son, Donald Jr., his wife and family Joann, Dalton, Brett and Brody and great-grandchild, Harlei; his son, David, his wife and family Cindy, Breanna and Jacob; his daughter, Dana Michael, her husband and family, Garrett, Payton, Preston and Paxton; and his brother, William (Alice) Brees.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 16 at the St. Marys United Methodist Church. Interment will be in the Adrian Cemetery. Mr. Brees will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 15 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Emmett United Methodist Church, Grace Hospice or the Sabetha Hospice, sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, KS 66536. To leave an online condolence please go to www.piperfuneralhome.com
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